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From 'scandalous' cycling trousers to velvet gowns, students revive 1897 fashion

From 'scandalous' cycling trousers to velvet gowns, students revive 1897 fashion

Step inside this year’s Historical Dress showcase for an up‑close look at the craftsmanship, collaboration and historical detail behind the garments students spent a year bringing to life.  Read more.

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Matt Reeder
Wednesday, April 22, 2026
As exams and deadlines converge, the Killam and other campus libraries become places of problem‑solving, empathy, and practical help, highlighting how support services carry students through critical academic moments.
Amanda Kirby-Sheppard
Friday, March 20, 2026
More than 80 people gathered for the 15th annual Weldon Literary Moot based on Mary Shelley’s 1818 Gothic novel Frankenstein, raising $4,530 for charity.
Ariann Greenidge
Thursday, March 12, 2026
Dal’s inaugural menopause event highlighted shared experiences, practical tools, and a push for workplace inclusion, ending with a pledge to support employees through this life stage.

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Ryan McNutt
Friday, October 18, 2019
Against the backdrop of an oft-distressing global political climate, Her Excellency the Right Honourable Michaëlle Jean (former Governor General of Canada) brought an inspiring message of hope to Dal’s annual Shaar Shalom Lecture this week, one forged in humanity’s common bonds and inspired by a new generation of leaders and change makers.
Matt Reeder
Tuesday, October 15, 2019
A chorus of Dal community members belted out a Beatles tune with members of The Big Sing last Thursday at the kickoff event for the university’s 2019 United Way fundraising campaign.
Matt Reeder
Friday, October 11, 2019
An enterprising group of ÆÞÓÑ students set up a mock voting station on campus this week to raise awareness about when, where and how students can cast a ballot in this year’s federal election.
Paige Taylor
Tuesday, October 8, 2019
Love and Information, which opens this week in the David Mack. Murray Studio, explores love in the modern age through a unique production featuring interchangeable scenes, compelling settings and stellar performances.
Kelly Taylor
Thursday, October 3, 2019
James Edgar knows first-hand the benefits of Talent Pathways, a program designed to reduce barriers for equity seeking candidates looking to work at ÆÞÓÑ.